Full Moon Dates 2025: The full Moon has always fascinated humanity, serving as a source of inspiration for the romantics, cultural significance for different regions, and scientific curiosity for another section of the people. For 2025, NASA and global almanacs, including Drik Panchang, have declared the schedule of full Moon dates, complete with their traditional and cultural names.
Each Moon carries its own story, from its traditional names rooted in nature to its alignment with festivals and rituals around the world. Whether you observe them for their spiritual importance, scientific marvel, or simple beauty, a full Moon continues to captivate the sky gazers and cultural enthusiasts alike, though their bright light eclipses other objects in the sky.
Here’s a month-by-month guide to the full Moons of 2025, along with their timing and unique characteristics.
January 13, 2025: Pausha Purnima (Wolf Moon)
The first full Moon of the year, often called the Wolf Moon, coincides with Pausha Purnima in the Hindu calendar. Its name is believed to originate from Native American traditions, symbolising the howling wolves of midwinter.
Begins: 5:03 am IST, January 13Ends: 3:56 am IST, January 14
February 12, 2025: Magha Purnima (Snow Moon)
Known as the Snow Moon due to heavy snowfall in many regions during February, this full Moon is revered as Magha Purnima in India, marking an important day in Hindu rituals and spirituality.
Begins: 6:55 pm IST, February 11Ends: 7:22 pm IST, February 12
March 13, 2025: Phalguna Purnima (Worm Moon)
March’s Worm Moon signifies the awakening of the earthworms as the ground begins to thaw in spring. In Indian traditions, this full Moon is celebrated as Phalguna Purnima.
Begins: 10:35 am IST, March 13Ends: 12:23 pm IST, March 14
April 12, 2025: Chaitra Purnima (Pink Moon)
The Pink Moon is not actually pink but is named after the blooming pink wildflowers of spring. It aligns with Chaitra Purnima, a significant time for cultural and spiritual observances in India.
Begins: 3:21 am IST, April 12Ends: 5:51 am IST, April 13
May 12, 2025: Vaishakha Purnima (Flower Moon)
The Flower Moon celebrates the abundant blossoms of late spring. On the Hindu calendar, this date is marked as Vaishakha Purnima, often associated with Buddha Purnima.
Begins: 8:01 pm IST, May 11Ends: 10:25 pm, May 12
June 10, 2025: Jyeshtha Purnima (Strawberry Moon)
June’s full Moon is aptly named the Strawberry Moon, signifying the peak of the strawberry harvest season. In India, it is observed as Jyeshtha Purnima.
Begins: 11:35 am IST, June 10Ends: 1:13 pm IST, June 11
July 10, 2025: Ashadha Purnima (Buck Moon)
The Buck Moon refers to the time when male deer grow their new antlers. In Hindu tradition, this full Moon is Ashadha Purnima, which marks the beginning of Guru Purnima festivities.
Begins: 1:36 am IST, July 10Ends: 2:06 am IST, July 11
August 9, 2025: Shravana Purnima (Sturgeon Moon)
Named after the sturgeon fish, abundant in North American waters during this time, the Sturgeon Moon aligns with Shravana Purnima, which is tied to the Raksha Bandhan festival in India.
Begins: 2:12 pm IST, August 8Ends: 1:24 pm IST, August 9
September 7, 2025: Bhadrapada Purnima (Harvest Moon)
The Harvest Moon, the full Moon closest to the autumnal equinox, signifies the gathering of crops. It is celebrated as Bhadrapada Purnima in the Indian calendar.
Begins: 1:41 am IST, September 7Ends: 11:38 pm IST, September 7
October 6, 2025: Ashwina Purnima (Hunter’s Moon)
The Hunter’s Moon marks a time when hunters prepare for winter. This will be the year's first supermoon. In India, the Ashwina Purnima holds significant cultural importance.
Begins: 12:23 pm IST, October 6Ends: 9:16 am IST, October 7
November 5, 2025: Kartika Purnima (Beaver Moon)
Another supermoon, the Beaver Moon gets its name from the preparation of beaver dams before winter. Kartika Purnima, celebrated on this day, is a major festival in India.
Begins: 10:36 pm IST, November 4Ends: 6:48 pm IST, November 5
December 4, 2025: Margashirsha Purnima (Cold Moon)
The last full Moon of the year, a supermoon again, is called the Cold Moon, which heralds the onset of winter. It aligns with Margashirsha Purnima, a day of devotion and fasting in Indian tradition.
Begins: 8:37 am IST, December 4Ends: 4:43 am IST, December 5